Originally posted on Facebook on Tuesday, August 15, 2023.

I told the Lord that I am afraid.

And, this was the counsel of the Holy Spirit.

"Be not afraid. Stand on God's Word. Trust Him. And, be content to burn for His glory."

It requires faith that God's glory is the best and most desirable outcome, even more than my survival.

This is impossible in the flesh and it's extremely difficult even in the Spirit, but by His grace, I can. I will. I press.

"Our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the burning fiery furnace, and we believe He will deliver us, but if not, we will not fall down nor worship any other…"
~ Shadrach, Meshach and Abed-Nego (paraphrased from Daniel 3:12-30)